NBA 2025-2026 Predictions: Alofoke Deportes Analysis
The 80th NBA season is approaching, and at Alofoke Deportes we bring you the most anticipated predictions. We analyze the key predictions for the 2025-2026 season, including the most promising teams, individual awards, and expectations in the Eastern and Western conferences.
The Oklahoma City Thunder will seek to make history, trying to be the first team to win consecutive championships since 2018, thus breaking the streak of seven different champions. But, who will be their strongest rivals?
The Cleveland Cavaliers, after a remarkable regular season, will face an Eastern Conference full of challenges, especially with significant injuries. For their part, the New York Knicks, with their new coach Mike Brown, also aspire to go far in the postseason.
Our experts have evaluated the options to determine the favorites in the East, the West, and the eventual NBA champion. Below are the results:
Who will win the Eastern Conference final?
¿Podrán los Cleveland Cavaliers coronarse campeones de la Conferencia Este en la temporada 2025-26?
Cleveland Cavaliers: 98 points
New York Knicks: 72 points
Orlando Magic: 21 points
Milwaukee Bucks: 7 points
Indiana Pacers: 3 points
The Cavaliers, although with initial challenges due to injuries to Darius Garland and Max Strus, remain strong contenders. The depth of their roster could be key in the fight for the championship.
The Knicks, under the salary cap, have flexibility to strengthen their team. The possibility of signing a star before the February deadline could be a decisive factor.
The Orlando Magic’s aggressive move, acquiring Desmond Bane, indicates their ambition to compete in the conference finals. Time will tell if this strategy will pay off.
Who will win the Western Conference final?
¿El campeón de la NBA 2025-26 vendrá de la Conferencia Oeste?
Oklahoma City Thunder: 106 points
Denver Nuggets: 50 points
Houston Rockets: 35 points
Los Angeles Lakers/Minnesota Timberwolves: 7 points
Golden State Warriors: 2 points
The Thunder are the favorites to revalidate the title, with a consolidated team and the development of their young talents. The Houston Rockets, after a season of important signings, could challenge the current champions.
The Nuggets, led by Nikola Jokic, will seek to surpass their performance from last season. The continuity of the Thunder and their work in the offseason positions them as serious contenders.
Who will win the 2026 NBA Finals?
Los Oklahoma City Thunder se coronaron campeones de la Conferencia Oeste y de las Finales de la NBA en la temporada 2024-25.
Oklahoma City Thunder: 101 points
Denver Nuggets: 36 points
Cleveland Cavaliers: 27 points
Houston Rockets: 21 points
New York Knicks: 11 points
The Thunder lead the predictions to win the championship, backed by the growth of their young core and the experience of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Nuggets, with Nikola Jokic, are shaping up as the biggest challenge.
The Cavaliers and Rockets also aim to go far, with the goal of breaking expectations and competing for the title.
